In this episode, we dive deep into the fascinating world of the menstrual cycle with Lisa Hendrickson-Jack, certified fertility awareness educator and author of The Fifth Vital Sign and Real Food for Fertility. Lisa shares essential insights into the phases of the menstrual cycle, how hormones affect physical and mental well-being, and how to use your cycle as a powerful tool for understanding your overall health and improve your fertility.

We explore everything including what a healthy menstrual cycle looks like, "seasons" of the cycle, impact of lifestyle factors, managing PMS and period pain naturally, and the effects of hormonal birth control on long-term health and fertility

SHOWNOTES -

00:00:00 - Guest and episode introduction

00:01:30 - Overview of the menstrual cycle as a "fifth vital sign"

00:05:48 - How hormonal fluctuations affect physical, emotional, & mental well-being

00:08:13 - The "seasons" of the cycle and their effects on energy, mood, and focus

00:18:55 - Impact of lifestyle choices and toxins + hormonal disruptors on menstrual health

00:24:50 - Common menstrual issues + What heavy or light bleeding indicates

00:32:20 - Practical tips for regularising hormonal balance + Understanding Endometriosis

00:39:30 - Role of supplementation

00:46:20 - Signs of hormonal imbalance & steps to recovery & rehabilitation

00:52:10 - The impact of long-term birth control on fertility

00:58:50 - More Resources

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